This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist provider of children’s residential care, supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex health needs within a nurturing and highly structured environment.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead a 3-bed children’s home in Leicester, supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex healthcare needs.
The service is dual registered with Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC), requiring a strong understanding of both regulatory frameworks and the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.
You will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the home, ensuring compliance, high standards of care, and positive outcomes for young people. This is a key role where you will lead from the front, creating an aspirational and supportive environment for both staff and residents.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Lead and manage a 3-bed children’s home supporting young people with learning disabilities
- Oversee all aspects of service delivery including staff management, supervision, and care planning
- Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and CQC requirements
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, quality, and regulatory compliance
- Develop and implement tailored care plans based on individual needs
- Manage safeguarding concerns, incidents, and complaints effectively
- Lead, develop, and support the staff team to deliver consistent, high-quality care
- Ensure staff training, development, and qualification requirements are met
- Produce reports, monitoring data, and evaluations in line with organisational requirements
- Build and maintain strong relationships with multi-agency professionals, families, and stakeholders
- Oversee accurate record keeping using software-based systems
- Ensure smooth transitions and offboarding processes for young people
About You
You will be an experienced Registered Manager with a strong background in supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex health needs.
You will also have:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (essential)
- Previous experience as a Registered Manager with Ofsted
- Strong knowledge of both Ofsted and CQC regulatory frameworks
- Significant experience working with learning disabilities in looked-after children’s settings
- Experience supporting individuals with complex healthcare needs
- A background in healthcare settings (e.g. HCA, community complex care) is highly desirable
- Respiratory care experience (preferred)
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Experience with electronic care planning and record systems
- A collaborative and proactive approach
What’s on Offer
- Salary up to £65,000 (depending on experience)
- Bonus scheme based on quality and occupancy
- 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to lead a specialist dual-registered service
- Career progression within a growing organisation
About the Client
Our client is a specialist provider of residential care services for children and young people with complex needs. They are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care in safe and supportive environments.
The organisation focuses on achieving positive outcomes through tailored care, strong clinical understanding, and effective multi-agency working.
Recruitment Timeline
We are committed to appointing the right candidate and encourage early applications. The process will include screening and interview stages for shortlisted applicants. Any offer will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks, and an enhanced DBS check.
How to Apply
Please submit an up-to-date CV to apply for this opportunity.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please get in touch with Daisy at [email protected] or on 01926 695216.
Hamptons is passionate about equality and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.
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Pay: £60,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
